About us
All Californians deserve safe, reliable, and affordable water.
We help to ensure this is possible for communities across the state every moment of the day. We are regulated drinking water providers, which means we are privately owned but publicly regulated.
We take that responsibility seriously. Our purpose is to ensure that the over 6 million Californians served by regulated drinking water providers can depend on their tap water today and for generations to come. Every investment we make is about maintaining the trust placed in us to deliver a public essential service.
The Foundation of
California’s Water
Affordable Water
When it comes to water, affordability matters. Regulated drinking water providers work to ensure quality and long-term reliability while balancing the costs of aging infrastructure investment, evolving policy standards, and a changing climate. We utilize customer-focused rate structures that encourage water conservation.
Regulated Water
Every decision made by regulated drinking water providers is guided by our customers. We operate with stringent oversight and a transparent rate-setting process in California. Investments, infrastructure projects, and rates undergo rigorous regulatory review with transparent, public hearings. This process ensures water systems remain safe, reliable, and built to serve communities responsibly—today and for generations to come.
Water's Economic Impact
Investing in water systems means investing in people. Regulated drinking water providers support stable careers, local businesses, and skilled workforce development across California. These investments strengthen infrastructure while driving economic activity—helping communities stay strong, connected, and prepared for the future.
Water, the
California Way
Safe, reliable water is essential to the future of California. By strengthening systems through infrastructure investment, regulated drinking water providers are working to meet the challenges of a changing climate and growing water quality regulation. This work reflects a commitment to protecting a limited resource through conservation efforts while supporting public health, quality of life, and the state’s future resilience.
Our MISSION
Advocating for Sustainable Water Solutions
The California Water Association represents regulated drinking water providers that serve approximately 6 million Californians. Through proactive advocacy and public education, we ensure that drinking water remains safe, affordable, and accessible across the state while promoting long-term environmental sustainability and operational accountability.
ACCOUNTABILITY • CLIMATE RESILIENCY • AFFORDABILITY • SUSTAINABILITY • FUTURE • ACCOUNTABILITY • SUSTAINABILITY • FUTURE • ACCOUNTABILITY • SUSTAINABILITY • FUTURE •
The Accountability California Deserves
Water is essential to public health and quality of life, which is why we manage it with care and invest with purpose. We act as stewards of a shared resource and partners in California’s long-term resilience. Join us in shaping a future where transparency and accountability ensure safe, reliable, and affordable drinking water for every community across the state.
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Supporting Low-Income Californians
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Driving Workforce Pipelines and Economic Development
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Prioritizing Safety and Reliability
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Advancing Climate Resiliency
Engage to Protect Water that Californians Can Count On
Have questions about water safety, affordability, or accountability? Reach out to learn more.
Email: contact@calwaterassn.com